When she got home, Yu Lian gave all the popsicles to her younger sister and went upstairs to take a shower.
Yu Xin was eating an ice pop while watching TV, with a fan blowing on her. There was a watermelon on the table that had been chilled in ice water that morning. Life couldn't be more perfect. As long as she didn't have to do her homework right now, she was the happiest person in the world.
A little while later, Wang Meixia returned, carrying groceries she had just bought. Yu Xin eagerly handed her sister the popsicles she had bought, saying, "Mom, eat up, two pieces, two pieces, don't get heatstroke."
Wang Meixia took it, but didn't see her eldest daughter, so she asked her about it.
"Mom, am I not here? Why are you looking for my sister?" Yu Xin asked, somewhat dissatisfied.
"Oh dear, your sister's letter arrived. What's wrong with you all day?"
Yu Xin chuckled, "So that's what it was about! Hahaha, sis! I heard from you!"
"I'll come down and check in a bit!"
Yu Lian had already prepared to take a bath, but when she didn't appear, she called out.
"By the way, are you coming with me to your cousin's house for a family feast?"
Yu Xin immediately thought of her mother's relatives and quickly waved her hand, "Mom, my uncle didn't come, did he?"
"You were dealt with by your father, how dare you come here again? Now you should stay in the countryside and farm to support your family."
"That's good. My uncle was a nightmare for me during my childhood. He used to come to our house to steal things, and it scared me to death."
Speaking of her younger brother, Wang Meixia gets angry, but this is the consequence of her mother's preference for sons over daughters when she was young. They've basically cut off all contact now, and her family doesn't dare cause trouble because of their family's status. Having suffered enough cold treatment as a child, she no longer craves family affection. In her opinion, this state is the best.
After showering, Yu Lian hurriedly came downstairs to read the letter. She glanced at the address; it was from a border post, clearly written by a comrade-in-arms. She hastily opened it and sat down to read it intently.
Yu Xin, being the onlooker, certainly wouldn't stay idle. Having finished her popsicle, she now held a large slice of watermelon, eating while secretly watching. However, just as she was about to speak, a small drop of juice from her mouth sprayed onto her sister's envelope.
Without even turning her head, Yu Lian reached out and pushed her sister's head forward: "Look what you've done."
Yu Xin cried out in pain, using her other free hand to wipe the water stains clean with her sleeve, without any care. Yu Lian took the letter with disdain and went upstairs.
"What were you thinking?"
"It seems that my sister's comrade-in-arms is coming back. She's the one she used to mention in her letters home, her name is Yu Xiaoyan."
"It's Xiaoyan. Her dad must have brought her back."
Wang Meixia knew who it was as soon as she heard it—her husband, Yu Jinbu, had mentioned it before bed a couple of days ago.
three days later.
As instructed in the letter, Yu Lian went to the largest train station in Yuncheng to meet Yu Xiaoyan. She met Yu Xiaoyan not long after.
Yu Xiaoyan comes from a single-parent family. Her father never remarried after her mother's death, and he raised her alone.
"If my dad hadn't been too busy, I wouldn't have bothered you. Thank you."
Yu Lian waved her hand: "Hey, why are you being so polite with me? Have you forgotten the times we went through life and death together?"
"Hehe, how could I forget? The thought of you having to pick me up when your leg is injured makes me feel so guilty!"
"You're almost fully recovered! You can run and...jump now."
"Don't push yourself. I know your situation perfectly well. By the way, I'm back to rest for a while before reporting to school. Haven't you reported to your workplace yet?"
"I didn't go. My parents wouldn't allow it. They were very firm, especially my mom. There was no room for negotiation." Yu Lian said with a troubled expression.
Yu Xiaoyan suggested, "It's good that I'm back now, at least you'll have someone to keep you company. By the way, how about we go shopping tomorrow? I haven't even had a chance to wear nice clothes while I've been stationed at the border for the past few years. This time, I'm mentally prepared to buy myself a few new outfits."
"Okay! I'm fine too. The weather has improved these past few days. You wouldn't believe how scorching it was the other day. It's a good thing you didn't come back."
"Is it that hot?"
"It's so hot!"
The girl's voice faded into the distance. He Lin looked at the pen lying on the ground, picked it up, and put it in his pocket.
"He Lin, hurry! The train is about to leave!"
"They're here."
Since bringing Yu Xiaoyan back, Yu Lian has been spending all her time, besides studying, shopping with her. This routine has continued for over a week since Yu Xiaoyan's return. Yu Lian has good stamina, but even she can't keep up with all that shopping every day. It seems she hasn't managed to save any of the money she's managed to accumulate.
"Oh! I promise, today is the last day. You know my dad's a grown man, he can't do anything at home. Besides taking care of himself, the house is usually pretty lifeless. Look at the money I got, I need to make the house feel lively before I go to school! So thank you for your hard work. But don't worry, I'll treat you to a meal later. I, Little Swallow, am carrying a fortune today!"
Yu Xiaoyan's voice wasn't loud or soft; it wouldn't be considered a sound in the bustling city. Yu Lian reminded her, "Don't flaunt your wealth."
"Okay, okay, you're right, I can't be arrogant."
Yu Xiaoyan understood this principle, but the people walking behind her had already heard her words.
The two first went to a grocery store to buy some food. Yu Xiaoyan then cut some fabric to make curtains.
"You wouldn't believe that my sewing machine still works! I finally have something to do."
After saying that, she cut some more fabric. Her extravagant behavior was noticed by the three people behind her.
The two had only been on the street for a short while when Yu Xiaoyan was carrying large and small bags.
"I'll help you."
Yu Xiaoyan dodged: "No way, you're already going shopping with me while you're injured. These things aren't even half the weight we do in weight training, so don't underestimate me."
Unable to persuade Yu Xiaoyan, Yu Lian could only watch helplessly.
When it was time to eat, Yu Xiaoyan asked someone to take the food back first, and she took Yu Lian to the most crowded state-run restaurant nearby. Half an hour before lunchtime, the entrance was already packed with people. Looking at the densely packed crowd, Yu Lian felt a chill run down her spine.
"Oh dear! Don't panic, I already made a reservation!"
Yu Xiaoyan led her directly into the room. The food on the table had just been served, including steaming hot grilled meat skewers—a dish not found on any of the other tables.
"Sister, you've finally arrived! Hello, Sister Xiaolian."
"This is?"
"Oh, you forgot? He's the cousin who wrote to me complaining when we first arrived."
Yu Lian suddenly remembered: "You were the whole army! Weren't you just this small back then?"
In just a few years, he'd grown from a little kid into a young man. Quan Jun lowered his head sheepishly, "Hehe, Sister Xiao Lian, actually I wasn't little back then. The food's been better these past two years, so I've grown taller."
After that, the last dish was served.
"Eat quickly, stop talking, we're all acquaintances."
Yu Xiaoyan picked up her chopsticks and started by taking a bite. The three of them stopped exchanging pleasantries and immersed themselves in the delicious food.
Halfway through the meal, Yu Xiaoyan got up, intending to pack up the unfinished food. But Yu Lian suddenly stood up and rushed out.
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